How long do planning decisions take near High Hoyland?

The average planning decision time near High Hoyland is 75 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near High Hoyland?

The most common type of planning application near High Hoyland is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near High Hoyland?

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High Hoyland, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near High Hoyland, South Yorkshire.

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About High Hoyland

High Hoyland is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley, South Yorkshire. Nestled between Kexbrough and Clayton West, it stands at an elevation of about 200 metres and coordinates of approximately 53°35′10″N 1°35′30″W. The village experienced a slight decline in population from 142 in 2001 to 128 in 2011, making it a small but significant community for planning applications in the region.

Population: 128 (2021)

District: Barnsley

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £185,610 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Barnsley
Parliamentary constituency: Penistone and Stocksbridge
LSOA: Barnsley 016C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near High Hoyland.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near High Hoyland.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for High Hoyland based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near High Hoyland.

- 1 Cherry Trees, High Hoyland Lane, High Hoyland, Barnsley, S75 4BG
Erection of first floor side and single storey front extensions, and alterations to front porch of dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Barnsley | Date: 2026-01-15
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A brief summary of High Hoyland in South Yorkshire

Property prices in High Hoyland show an average sale price of £185,610, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes High Hoyland a particularly low-crime area.

High Hoyland has one conservation area within its boundaries: High Hoyland. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around High Hoyland includes 10 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in High Hoyland

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near High Hoyland. The average decision time was 75 days.

The average decision period of 75 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near High Hoyland were full planning applications (3). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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